Module 17: Credibility
"Testimonials describe what has been, and are a promise of what is to come."
Definition
Expert opinions, credentials, and testimonials make your claims more convincing.
Why It Works
People trust authority. Borrowing credibility - through partnerships, quotes, or customer proof adds weight your words alone can’t.
Examples in Content
- LinkedIn: “Harvard Business Review recently confirmed what we’ve been teaching for years.”
- Instagram carousel: Screenshots of real client feedback.
- Email subject line: “Why Forbes featured our approach.”
Exercises
- Rewrite Prompt: Take one of your posts where you gave advice. Add a credible source (data, testimonial, expert).
- Fresh Post Template:
- Hook: “Don’t take my word for it: here’s what [authority] says…”
- Body: Share the quote, stat, or endorsement.
- CTA: “Who’s the most credible voice in your industry right now?”
- Hook: “Don’t take my word for it: here’s what [authority] says…”
- Reflection: Whose credibility could you borrow to strengthen your message?